What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at Kitsap Mental Health Services?
Certified Medical Assistant
Full-Time or Part-Time, On-Site
Hiring Range: $22.90 - $28.05 Per Hour
$2,500 Sign-On Bonus*
Benefits at a Glanc
- eComprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental & Visio
- nGenerous PTO: Up to 19 days 2 mental health days 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time
- )Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family member
- sCompany-Paid Life & Disability Insuranc
- eStudent Loan Assistance & Professional Developmen
- t403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contribution
- sEmployee Assistance Program (EAP
- )Pet Insuranc
- eFree Wellness App (2MorrowHealth
- )Collaborative, Supportive Team Environmen
t
Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Medical Assistant (Certified) to support psychiatric providers and clients receiving behavioral health services. This role helps keep care coordinated, organized, and responsive to client needs. The work includes both direct clinical support and administrative responsibilities that contribute to quality care and accurate health records. If you enjoy supporting clients and providers in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we welcome your applicatio
n.
Primary Responsibilit
ies:• Obtain and document vital signs, perform venipuncture, administer injections, complete lab orders, conduct CLIA-waived testing, and track lab results as directed by medical provid
ers.• Submit and monitor prior authorizations and assist with medication refill reque
sts.• Utilize approved systems and resources to obtain records, review laboratory results, verify insurance coverage, enter required data, and monitor controlled substance prescripti
ons.• Communicate relevant health information to care team members at the direction of the medical provi
der.• Gather, track, and accurately enter health information into the electronic medical rec
ord.• Support coordination between psychiatric providers, primary care providers, specialists, hospitals, inpatient facilities, and emergency departme
nts.• Build and maintain effective connections across KMHS programs and levels of care to support continuity of treatm
ent.• Manage scheduling needs for assigned medical provid
ers.• Provide education and information that supports client understanding of health conditions and self-managem
ent.
Minimum Qualifica
tions:EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED and Completion of Medical Assistant training pr
ogram.
EXPERIENCE: Entry level (no prior related work expe
rience)
LICENSURE: Current Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) credential with Washington State Department of Health. AAC (Agency Affiliated Counselor) certification with WA State required within 60 days
of hire.
Preferred Qualif
ications:EXPERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related ex
perience)Experience with EMR and data tracking and ability to read data
reports.
Performance Req
uirements:
- KNOWLEDGE:Maintain basic knowledge of health related practices and make recommendations regarding process and content imp
- rovements.Familiarity with outpatient medical clinic operations to facilitate the establishment of positive and productive relationships with medical practice staff throughout the
communi
- ty.
SKILLS:Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and - the public.Experience with venipuncture and intramuscular
- injections.Strong organizational skills are required to prioritize a variety of work a
- ssignments.Communication ‑ Communicates clearly and
- concisely.Computer skills - Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office en
vironments
- .
Abilities:Ability to work within interdisciplinary teams on behalf of complex clients with extensive behavioral - care needs.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a
- team member.The ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier p
roficiently.
Equipment Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, tel
ephones, etc.
Work Environment: Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for ext
ended periods.
Mental/Physical Requirements: While performing the job duties, the employee must walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, talk, or listen. Requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. This position also requires close vision and per
ipheral vision.
*A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary. Bonus amounts are prorated by FTE, and any changes to FTE before all bonus installments are paid may alter t
he total payout.
Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which make
Salary : $23 - $28